Analyzing Author's Perspective

Questions and Answers

What is the author's perspective?

How the author feels about the topic he or she is writing about.

Author's perspective is NOT what?

Analysis

Point of View (1st, 2nd, 3rd person) (correct)

Opinion

Personal Experience

_________________ can help determine the author's perspective.

Tone, text features, word choice

Is the following type of question asking you to analyze the author's purpose or author's perspective: 'With which statement listed below would the author of this article most likely agree?'

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What are text features?

Parts of a text that draw your attention to important information. Signup and view all the answers

In the author's opinion, what should be done to: ______________?

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Which statement BEST describes the author's attitude toward ____________?

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What is bias?

Prejudice in favor of or against one thing, person, or group compared with another, usually in a way considered to be unfair. Signup and view all the answers

What is tone?

A writer's attitude toward a subject/topic they're writing about. Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's perspective toward rogue employees?

They are worse than burglars and robbers when stealing from businesses. Signup and view all the answers

The author would most likely agree with which of the following?

The public and business owners should be more observant and work to prevent employee theft. Signup and view all the answers

What is the author's purpose regarding energy-efficient improvements?

To persuade the reader to make their home more energy-efficient. Signup and view all the answers

The author would most likely agree that:

Energy-efficient upgrades are worth the high upfront costs in the long run. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Author's Perspective

Defines how an author feels about a topic.
Distinct from point of view, which refers to narrative perspective (1st, 2nd, 3rd person).

Analyzing Author's Perspective

Tone, text features, and word choice are crucial for determining perspective.
Analysis questions often assess perspective, such as those asking with which statement an author would agree.

Text Features

Elements of a text that highlight important information for the reader's attention.

Bias and Tone

Bias refers to unfair prejudice towards a group or idea, influencing the author's perspective.
Tone reflects a writer's attitude toward the subject matter being discussed.

Contextual Examples

Rogue employees cause significant financial losses, exceeding $13 billion in Florida due to theft of inventory and sensitive information.
Author views rogue employees as more detrimental than traditional burglars and robbers.
Emphasis on the need for vigilance among the public and business owners to combat employee theft.

Author's Purpose

To persuade readers of the benefits of energy-efficient home improvements.
Highlights long-term financial rewards through reduced utility bills and potential increase in property value.

Agreement Statements

Agreement certain statements reflect the author's perspective, highlighting the perceived necessity for prevention and acknowledgment of costs-benefit for energy efficiency improvements.

Description

This quiz explores the concepts of an author's perspective, including tone, bias, and text features. It examines how these elements influence understanding of the author's feelings about a topic. Prepare to analyze various statements and text examples to determine perspective.